Physics MS - Quantum Computing
    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 25,504 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 7, 2022

    Physics MS - Quantum Computing

    About

    This is a named option in the Physics M.S.

    The M.S. in PhysicsQuantum Computing (MSPQC) is an intensive professional masters degree and is designed to be completed in one calendar year. The program provides students with a thorough grounding in the new discipline of quantum information and quantum computing. This begins with a study of the relevant parts of quantum theory, and proceeds to quantum gates, measurements, algorithms, quantum error correction and decoherence. Quantum communication theory and the secure transmission of information are also covered. The supporting areas of statistical mechanics, solid-state physics and atomic physics form part of the classroom training. Just as important, the program gives students a mastery of the advanced lab skills involved in quantum computation. Students who graduate from this program will have the tools to succeed as researchers or program managers in a quantum computing or quantum technologies enterprise. They may also use the program as a springboard to Ph.D. programs in physics or related areas. MSPQC students interested in applying to the Ph.D. at UWMadison must adhere to all Ph.D. admission requirements and deadlines.

    Students in this program cannot accept research assistant, teaching assistant, project assistant or other university appointments that grant waivers of tuition and/or academic fees.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from an international institution is required. International applicants must have a degree comparable to a regionally accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree. You must have completed your undergraduate degree, or similar, before starting graduate school.

    A minimum undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 on the equivalent of the last 60 semester hours (approximately two years of work) or a master’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required. Applicants from an international institution must demonstrate strong academic achievement comparable to a 3.00 for an undergraduate or master’s degree. The Graduate School will use your institution’s grading scale. Do not convert your grades to a 4.00 scale.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 93

    English Program Requirements

    Every applicant whose native language is not English, or whose undergraduate instruction was not in English, must provide an English proficiency test score. TOEFL scores must be submitted electronically via ETS. IELTS scores can be submitted electronically or by paper.  Our office address is: UW-Madison Graduate School, Office of Admissions, 232 Bascom Hall, 500 Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI 53706.  Your score will not be accepted if it is more than two years old from the start of your admission term. Country of citizenship does not exempt applicants from this requirement. Language of instruction at the college or university level and how recent the language instruction was taken are the determining factors in meeting this requirement.

    Applicants are exempt if:

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 60

    Physics MS - Quantum Computing

    University of Wisconsin Madison

    University of Wisconsin Madison

    United States of America

    United States of America, Madison